How can you remove a cloud from a title?

Using a quitclaim is an effective way to remove a cloud from a title because it allows a property owner to transfer their interest in the property to another party without making any guarantees about the title’s validity. When a quitclaim deed is executed, it essentially relieves the property owner from any stake they might have in the property and can quiet any existing claims or interests that might cause uncertainty in the property title.

When an individual holds a claim or interest that is causing a title to be cloudy, executing a quitclaim deed can clarify that they relinquish their claim. This process is particularly useful in situations where someone may have a potential interest in the property but no longer wishes to assert that interest, such as in divorces, gifts, or when a co-owner wants to clear their stake.

Other options might involve more complicated legal processes or may not resolve the issue effectively. An affidavit could assert a claim but wouldn’t remove it, and filing a lawsuit often involves litigation and can be time-consuming. Notifying the local government might not lead to a resolution of the claim affecting the title.